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The first time I met Will he was kind and warm but not overly effusive or outgoing. While we were nominally having a job interview, it really became more of a philosophical discussion about storytelling and interactions between people. On a couple of occasions, he listened very quietly while I went on and on (hoping I was making sense). When

As you gather with loved ones at your place this weekend, take a moment to think about why you are grateful to be in your home. Is it the way the sun shines through the dining room window at dusk? Or the fact that the hors d’oeuvres never make it to the living room because everyone would rather crowd around

Last week, I met a woman who had just lived through every homeowners worst nightmare- her home was gutted by a fire. This horrible tragedy destroyed all her family’s belongings as well as taking the life of the family dog. As I listened to her story, I was struck by the details, but I was even more impacted by her attitude. The couple, nearing retirement, is viewing this

If you listen closely, you’ll hear the word “Artisan” a lot — there are even artisanal pencil sharpening services and artisan ice cubes! But when it comes to your Niagara home, what does it mean to undertake an artisan design? Is it just some fancy word for expensive taste? We think there’s more to it than that. Let’s unlock some of

When you are thinking about renovating your space, no matter your circumstance, homeowners are always wanting to compare the amount going in to the amount coming out; they want to know what return they will see on their investment. It isn’t uncommon for us to talk to Niagara homeowners who want to refresh their home on a budget and want to maximize